Parks & Recreation

Rockaway Township supports many athletic programs for residents of the community. The sports leagues are managed by volunteers and most have booster clubs that augment the operations of the programs.

If your child qualifies for free or reduced-price school lunches and you would like to register them for a sports program under the Rockaway Township Recreation Scholarship program, please call the Division of Recreation at 973-983-2841.

Cheerleading / Pom-Poms

Girls in Kindergarten through 8th Grade may participate in cheerleading within the football program.

Football cheerleading is available for children entering Grades 2nd through 8th.

The cheerleading season begins August 1st and ends in early to mid-November, aligned with the football program.

Registration and booster fees along with costs of cheerleading attire apply.

RT Competition Cheer
RTCC is a competition cheer group for both boys and girls entering grades 2nd thru 12th grade. Participants can live in Denville, Rockaway Borough, Rockaway Township and Wharton. For more information go to http://www.rtcompcheer.com/about-us.html

Recreation for Special Populations
Rockaway Township is proud to participate in the Morris County Adaptive Recreation Program (MCARP). This program provides residents to access year round Recreation Programs, Social Activities and Trips for mentally and physically challenged children and adults. For complete details on upcoming events and activities, contact the Recreation Department Office or the MCARP Office at 973-428-5136.